Turkey is a uniquely contrasting country where mountain ranges and fertile plains exist side by side. Apart from that, there are deserted picturesque beaches, bathhouses, and rapidly expanding cities. The history of the country is multicultural, and there are traces of battles everywhere. Turkey boasts of an array of historically significant locations and archeological excavation sites. There are classical cities like Pergamon and Ephesus in the Aegean area. Then there are metropolises like Cappadocia in Anatolia which exudes fairytale-like vibes. Ottoman palaces and mosques and Byzantine churches along with Roman aqueducts, all can grab hold of your attention. Today, the nation is an admixture of the past and the future.
Turkish Riviera
This topic will mention a few places to explore in Turkey. The southern coastline of the country includes the provinces of Antalya and Muğla. The essential centers of Antalya and Alanya are in the southeast. The western cities encompass the metropolises of Kas and Kemer. Tourists favor this region due to the combo of pleasurable climate, warm sea, and a thousand-kilometer-long coastline. The area has traces of Roman, Ottoman, and Seljuk periods. Apart from that, there are many natural and archeological sites to explore.
Istanbul and Marmara
The Bosphorus River prides itself of the city of Istanbul which is on its banks. It happens to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Other than its idyllic location on the Golden Horn, its flair comes from its winding alleyways. You can lose yourself while riding the quaint tram at the lively Istiklal Caddesi. The Galata Bridge is yet another excellent location where you can witness the buzz of the fisher-folk. The Great Bazaar is also something worth observing other than the Hagia Sofia and the Blue Mosque.
Cappadocia
The landscape of Cappadocia carved itself out of lava rocks. The place is in Central Anatolia at the heart of Turkey. Waterfalls and volcanic eruptions created the formations over millions of years. The residents of Cappadocia built their dwellings and churches from those formations. This trend has been going on since the 4th century AD. UNESCO protects the Goreme National Park along with its subterranean towns. The city offers a favorite pastime activity to visitors through its hot-air balloon rides at sunrise.
Turkish Aegean
With ample opportunities for sport and leisure, the olive groves and pine forests of the rugged Aegean coast is pictorial. It is ideal for beach lovers, and the sea assumes a shocking blue shade. No one can resist the charms of holiday destinations like Bodrum, Izmir, Cesme, and Marmaris. Other than those, there are many other tranquil coves. The previous Asia Minor also has much to offer in the form of culture and history. The rock tombs of Kaunos and the leftovers of Ephesus along with the legendary Troy; all are here. However, for day tours in this part of Turkey, the white terraces of Pamukkale gain the most attention.
